I've tested a great variety of products in over 20 years as a professional, and the wide array of alternatives which Neuland offers represent the highest standard in markers and materials for facilitators worldwide. I always stress in my workshops, that Neuland markers 'are like the Katana to a Samurai, a noble and precise tool of unparalleled quality'.

"To my work in graphic facilitation and recording, when I define my markers I look for things such as: impact, efficiency and precision.

First of all, impact. I choose BigOne® to draw the titles, headers and banners. With the width of BigOne® I assure two things: first that the relevant information such as titles have greater impact, are seen from several feet across the hall and to look good in pictures and reductions. The second is that its width helps to give hierarchy to the information allowing to surf easily through the content of the canvas.

The use of color is a star in my work, generating emotional linkage with the audience, connecting, producing empathy, impact, communication. I use bright basic colors, key for me is yellow (501), same as bright yellow (500), red (200) and complementary colors such as turquoise (301), light green (401), ocean (305) and grey (101) for shading.

The quality of colors and ink is a big advantage of Neuland products. Furthermore its ink doesn't bleed through paper, avoiding stains on the wall and surface.

Precision, for subtitles I use black No.One®, its beveled tip allows to generate several types of strokes. For smaller texts I use Neuland FineOne® Outliner round nib, assuring readability and contrast in detail.

I recommend to everyone, especially to the beginners, having the Bikablo® book, which helps to develop your visual vocabulary, strengthens the muscular memory and generates confidence; the rest is practice, practice and faith in yourself.

Neuland products are the best tools to start this journey of magic and creativity. Enjoy them!